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The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1751-"Zoe, be careful."
The man spoke to Zoe in a gentle tone, bending down to meticulously adjust her elaborate gown, afraid she might trip over her high heels and embarrass herself.
"Thank you, Jason." Zoe blinked her big eyes flirtatiously, her voice was soft and sultry.
The sudden appearance of this troublesome woman disrupted the warm atmosphere.
Ryan was well aware that Zoe would surely show up on such occasions. Having just escaped from her exile, Zoe was eager to regain attention from the upper social circles and reclaim her lost dignity. He thought that after experiencing
such disgrace, the respectable people of Savrow would no longer care about her. However, he did not expect men to be fawning over her.
One was arrogant, while the other was bitchy. It was quite a good match.
Justin looked puzzled, but Bella smoothly intervened. "That's Jason Solloway, the only son of Mayor Solloway."
"Bella, I don't even know who that guy is, and yet you recognize him?" Justin held the hand of the young woman tightly, his gaze filled with admiration and adoration as he looked at her.
Bella explained, "It's understandable that you don't recognize him. Jason is not involved in politics or the social scene here in Savrow. He's been studying overseas in Inalia and probably just returned home recently."
As she spoke, Bella glanced at Zoe and Jason with a deep, mysterious look in her eyes.
"Back when I took over the KS Hotel from Wyatt, I knew I would eventually inherit the entire KS group. So I quietly looked into the politics and business scene in Savrow," Bella said with a chuckle.
"At that time, I was determined to crush the Salvador family under my feet and compete with you. I put a ton of work into gathering information as I was planning to make a big splash in Savrow. But who would've thought…"
Justin chucked. "That you'd end up as the young madam of the Salvador Corporation, right?"
He lowered his head, his warm breath brushing against her cheek.
"It's all your fault that my grand ambitions were never fully realized," Bella said playfully.
"Bella, everything I have is yours," Justin responded, gazing at her lovely face while his large hand caressed her waist. "It's not that your ambitions weren't achieved. You've already won me over without spilling a single drop of blood."
Bella pursed her lips and shook her head. "Justin, what's yours is yours. You earned them through your struggles. As long as I have you, that's all I need.
What makes me happiest isn't you just giving in to me or putting me first, but that I can stand at the top alongside you."
Justin was deeply shaken, his eyes welling up with tears.
When Zoe saw that Ryan had actually brought that fool along, she felt so bitter that she looked like an angry, battered rooster.
"Zoe, let's go inside," Jason said, his gaze toward her tense.
"Just a moment, I'll introduce you to someone."
Jason looked confused and asked, "Who?"
Zoe pulled him towards Ryan and said, "Ryan, Justin, I'm so happy to see you here!" Zoe greeted them with an audacious lack of shame, carrying on as if nothing was wrong. Justin's brow furrowed with a threatening intensity, his fist clenched tightly and unwavering. Bella's soft hand encompassed his unyielding grip, her gaze intently fixed on his reddened eyes. Her tranquil stare, like a calming spring shower, gradually soothed the furious emotions within him.
"Justin, let's leave first." Bella's voice was soft and soothing, as if coaxing him.
Bella momentarily calmed Justin's emotions, aware that another look at Zoe could send him over the edge.
She did not mean to ignore the situation or avoid confronting Zoe. However, with Ryan as the head of the family, it was his duty to deal with Zoe's problems.
Justin's cold, hostile gaze swept over Zoe. He wrapped his arm around Bella's shoulder and left. Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ FindNøvᴇl.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.
His glance was so intimidating that it made Zoe's heart skip a beat.
When Carrie saw Zoe, she remembered her encounter with Zoe in the hall that day-the words she had spoken and the silence that had followed for several days. It was as if the scars on her heart, which had begun to heal, were suddenly torn open again, throbbing with pain.
Suddenly, Carrie's gaze paused on Jason's face, and a rush of terrifying memories viciously bit into here nerves, causing her frail body to tremble in Ryan's arms.
Ryan did not notice Carrie's unusual behavior.
At this moment, all his attention was on Zoe. He wanted to see what tricks this troublemaker could still play under his nose.
"Ryan, let me introduce you. This is Jason, the son of Mayor Solloway," Zoe introduced with a smile.
"Mr. Hoffman, nice to meet you," Jason said politely, extending his right hand.
Ryan was taller than him by half a head and looked down at him colaly with a condescending attitude.
Jason's throat tightened, his hand awkwardly frozen in mid-air.
As Jason withdrew his hand, his fingers were sore and red.
"Jason, do you see who she is?" Zoe glanced at Carrie. Her tone was M gentle, butcher eyes revealed a hint of provocation.
Carrie felt a stab in her heart. She lowered her head.
"Who is this?"
Jason frowned, staring closely at the delicate and fair face for a moment.
Suddenly, he realized, "Ah! Carrie, you've changed a lot! You look so beautiful now that I almost didn't recognize you!"
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1752-Carrie did not dare to lift her eyes to meet Jason's gaze, nor did she dare to respond to him. She hunched her shoulders, wishing she could disappear into thin air like a wisp of smoke. Ryan's phoenix-like eyes turned even colder as he stared icily at Jason, who remained composed and friendly despite Ryan's evident hostility.
Ignoring Ryan completely, Jason extended a hand towards Carrie. "Carrie, it's me, Jason Solloway. We were classmates in junior high. Do you remember me?"
Ryan's gaze darkened as he forcefully pushed Jason's hand away. "I think my wife doesn't remember you."
The air between them became extremely tense. However, Zoe secretly chuckled to herself. It seemed that provoking Ryan and teasing this fool was the source of all her happiness in life.
Jason tightened his grip on his aching fingertips, a flicker of anger passing through his eyes. But he quickly regained his composure and stared fixedly at Carrie. "Carrie, you're married to Mr. Hoffman? How come I didn't see any news about such a big event?"
Before Ryan could speak, Zoe jumped in. "Jason, you've only recently returned to the country. There are many things in our circle that you don't know. My eldest brother and Carrie have been living together for a long time. Even though they're not officially married, they're practically husband and wife."
She deliberately raised her voice for all to hear.
Everyone passing by could hear it clearly.
"What? The delicate and precious daughter of the Salvador family is actually cohabiting with a man? Even though her mother is gone, Chairman Salvador is still alive. How could he allow his daughter to live with a man without getting married?"
"Ah, but it's not just any man. It's Mr. Hoffman, the future heir of the Hoffman family!"
"So what if he's Mr. Hoffman? Is he not a man? Besides, everyone in Savrow knows his reputation. They've been living together for so long without getting married. Clearly, he doesn't intend to marry her."
"Young Master Hoffman is a man of power and influence. Even if he divorces eight times, there will be plenty of women lining up for him. Ms. Salvador's reputation will be ruined if Mr. Hoffman breaks up with her. By then, she'll probably end up marrying beneath her."
"This girl is just too naive and inexperienced!"
The words spread haphazardly, creating chaos, each like a thunderbolt exploding in Carrie's ears, leaving her with a profound sense of anxiety. Beads of sweat formed on her smooth forehead.
Ryan heard it too, his intense gaze sweeping over those who spread rumors.
Jason suddenly said, "Oh, so that's how it is."
"What do you mean by that's how it is?"
Ryan's eyes turned dark and cold, staring harshly at Zoe's smug face. "Zoe, the engagement ceremony is all set, and I've already sent out invitations. The entire Hoffman, family is aware of this. I don't? net whether you've forgotten or your brain has malfunctioned. Carrie is my fiancée, the future mistress of the Hoffman group. How many more times do I have to say it?” The crowd murmured in shock.
Zoe was deeply ashamed and furious, her face turning red.
Jason could not bear it any longer.
He stepped forward ang said Mr!
Hoffman you re being too harsh on your sister."
"Who do you think you are? It's none of your damn business!" Ryan saw red.
From the moment Ryan first laid
eyes on this guy, he wanted to punch him. If this guy uttered one more him. If this guy uttered one more word, whether he was the mayor's son Or the governor's grandson, Ryan would punch him.
The Solloway family was also a prestigious family with generations of officials They were held in high regard in Savrow for generations and had never endured such humiliation.
Jason glared at Ryan with a pale face.
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1753-However, Jason was a person of dignity, so he chose not to argue with Ryan for now.
But he took a mental note of this grudge, knowing that there would be a time he would "repay" Ryan in the future.
"Carrie, let's go,” Ryan said, pulling Carrie close and turning away.
"Carrie!" Jason called out with a smile to Carrie's retreating figure. "I've just returned from Inalia not long ago. I'm planning to hold a class reunion in a few days. Would you be able to attend?" Carrie closed her eyes tightly and took a deep breath, trying hard to drive those unbearable memories out of her mind.
Ryan's hand on the young woman's shoulder tensed visibly, and he said coldly, "Birds of a feather flock together. My wife belongs to a higher social circle. You are not worthy of existing in her world." Zoe and Jason stood stiffly in place, their expressions strained.
The arrival of Bella and Justin instantly became the center of attention at the event. It was not their intention to steal the limelight, but their every move exuded an irresistible charm.
Men could not help but glance at Bella, while women cast their eyes on Justin.
These two outstanding individuals, with their exceptional beauty, were like runway models, attracting the gaze of many. "Bella, lan just sent me a message saying some reporters have entered the Iverson family mansion," Justin whispered near her ear, his voice low and husky.
"If they've managed to enter Iverson's mansion, then they're not on our side."
Bella furrowed her brows slightly, swirling the champagne in her delicate hand.
"Would you like to find out where they're from?" His eyes flickered slightly.
"No need. The more reporters, the better. Isn't this exactly what we wanted to see?" Bella squinted her eyes playfully, elegantly taking a sip of champagne and leaving a faint lipstick mark on the rim of the glass.
At that moment, Ryan and Carrie walked hand in hand into everyone's sight.
Some guests who were well-acquainted with the Hoffman family greeted him warmly. "Ryan, your girlfriend is truly beautiful!"
"This is my wife," Ryan replied with gentle and affectionate eyes, ignoring the gazes of others as he took his wife's hand and kissed her fingertips. "In my eyes, she is the most beautiful woman." Countless praises and admirations surrounded them.
Normally, with Ryan by her side, Carrie should have felt a strong sense of security. But at this moment, all she could think of were the faces of Zoe and Jason, along with their grating laughter. Her face grew paler, and her body turned colder bit by bit.
Although Lance deeply despised these unwelcome guests, he could not afford to offend them. After all, one represented the Salvador family and the Thompson family. Instead, he had to treat them with courtesy.
Outsiders were unaware of the intricacies involved and might even think highly of the Iverson family "Chairman lyverson, Is about time for the family photo," Lance's secretary reminded him from the side. Seeing that Christopher had not yet appeared, Lance became even more. frustrated.
"Dad, Christopher is really out of line and too full of himself. Personally attending to Bella was one thing, but on such an important day, he's been absent the entire evening. It's just me and Coral here, running around.
James found the right moment to criticize Christopher with a cold laugh. "I think now that he's become the CEg orthe company, he feels securely in control and doesn't respect you at all.
…" Just then, the doors of the banquet hall suddenly swung open.
Doesn't this seem unreasonable to you?"
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1754-Everyone's gaze focused on the open door. Christopher stood there, in full view, dressed in a suit, pushing a frail woman in a wheelchair.
"Bella, who is that woman in the wheelchair?" Justin asked, looking puzzled.
"She is Lance's wife and Christopher's mother," Bella replied, her brows furrowed as she looked at Mrs. Iverson.
Justin's eyes narrowed slightly as he vaguely remembered seeing Christopher's mother once at Celeste's birthday banquet.
Under her son's careful grooming, Mrs. Iverson appeared elegant and noble at that time. Though ill, she still had a beautiful appearance and an extraordinary temperament, reminiscent of a wealthy lady from years past.
However, this time, her condition had clearly deteriorated. Her temples were gray, and her cheeks were sunken. Despite the warmth of the banquet hall, she still needed a blanket draped over her shoulders. Her face showed discomfort under the strangers' gazes.
The Iverson father and son were shocked. Especially Lance, who was looking at his long-abandoned wife from a distance. He felt a mix of anger and resentment.
He knew exactly what Christopher intended. Now that his son had gained a prominent position in the Iverson family, his first priority was to make up for his mother's suffering and restore her lost dignity.
But this woman's betrayal was vivid in his mind. No one could erase that.
Christopher's public appearance with this woman was a blatant test of Lance's limits, a deliberate provocation. It also indicated one thing, although his fourth son was trying to please him in every way, Christopher had his own agenda.
"Dad, what Christopher is doing is outrageous and selfish!" James gritted his teeth, glaring at Christopher and his mother. "Bringing this crazy woman here is a deliberate attempt to embarrass our family. Just when that scandal was finally laid to rest, she showed up again, bringing it all back. Christopher claims to respect you, but he clearly does not care about your reputation. This punk is too cunning!" Lance's expression grew even darker.
At this moment, the surrounding guests looked at Mrs. Iverson with surprise, whispering among themselves.
"Is this the infamous Mrs. Iverson? How did she become so haggard? She does not look like a wealthy lady at all. She looks just like a dried-up old hag!"
"She seems to have some mental issues…"
"I heard she was abandoned by the Iverson family and left to fend for herself in Sentania for years, living a miserable life. It is no wonder she has mental problems!"
"One day of marriage is worth a hundred days of grace. Chairman Iverson is too heartless!"
"Chris…" Mrs. Iverson trembled, clutching Christopher's sleeve. "I do not like this kind of place. Let's go home, shall we?"
"Mom, don't be scared. I'm here," Christopher whispered gently into her ear.
"Look, Bella is here too."
Mrs. Iverson followed her son's gaze and saw Bella standing there gracefully. A joyous smile slowly formed on her withered face, and her dull eyes brightened.
Suddenly, she called out. "Bella! Bella!" Everyone's eyes instantly focused on Bella. As Christopher pushed Mrs. Iverson toward her, Bella momentarily held her breath but managed to maintain a gentle and polite smile.
"Mrs. Iverson, long time no see. How have you been recently?" Bella asked.
Justin's large hand gripped Bella's waist. His fingers turned white, and the veins on the back of his hand popped out prominently. He stared unblinkingly at Christopher, his dark eyes barely containing his rage. Christopher adjusted his glasses and met his gaze, a mocking look evident in his eyes.
"Bella, I've missed you so much…" Mrs. Iverson, stimulated by her surroundings, clung to Bella's hand "Have you been busy lately? Why haven't you come to see Chris? Did you two have a fight? Did Chris make you angry? Bella, don't be angry with Chris. You mean so much to him!"
The surrounding guests gossiped even more. Although Mrs. Iverson's words were innocent, they sounded quite ambiguous to others.
"Does it seem like Ms. Thompson has some history with Mr. Iverson?"
"Could Bella's ex be Christopher? Haha… This is quite a show tonight, isn't it?"
"Then what about Mr. Salvador? Is he just a rebound, or a poacher?"
"This Ms. Thompson is quite adept at handling men. The noble scions of Savrow are all under her spell. If Mr.
Hoffman joins in, they can play a game of poker."
The rumors grew more and more unpleasant.
Bella's expression remained indifferent. With happiness in her
slander, treating it as mere nonsense.
But Justin could not tolerate it His eyes flashed with rage as he glanced coldly at the gossiping guests.
heart, she was impervious ét Suddenly, a clear, melodious, yet angry voice rang out.
"I won't allow you to speak about my sister-in-law like that! She only loves my second brother and has only ever been with him! You know nothing about her, so how dare you say such things?"
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1755-"Carrie…" Bella and Justin were both stunned.
Then, Bella's lips curled slightly upward as she looked gratefully at Carrie, feeling warmth in her heart.
"My wife is right. You all are spreading rumors and causing trouble right in front of Mr. Salvador and Ms. Thompson. Do you think the legal departments of Salvador Corporation and KS Group are just for show?" Ryan stepped in, placing a protective hand on Carrie's shoulder, her cold eyes glaring at the group.
"If you think you are capable, say it again. The Hoffman Group can play this game too."
The gossipy old women were already embarrassed by Carrie's reprimand, and with Ryan's intimidating presence, they huddled together like quails, too frightened to breathe.
"I recognize you, Mr. Iverson." Carrie elegantly lifted her skirt and walked over, her slender figure shielding Bella. For the first time, she bravely met the strangers' eyes. “Mr. Iverson, are you my sister-in-law's friend?"
Bella's lips curled into a cold smile. Friend? That word was too tainted. But she did not blame Carrie. The innocent Carrie could not know the bloodshed and darkness behind this, nor did she want her to. "Ms. Salvador, what do you want to say?" Christopher asked with a smile, maintaining his elegant demeanor.
"If you are my sister-in-law's friend, you should have immediately stood up to clarify when you saw her being slandered, not just watched her being misunderstood and done nothing." Carrie, always straightforward, vented her anger directly at Christopher. "A true friend should not be so cold-blooded. Your actions really disappoint my sister-in-law."
Bella quickly took Carrie's soft hand and pulled her into an embrace, keeping her away from this viper. Christopher's face darkened, and his smile froze awkwardly.
It was said that sincerity was always the ultimate weapon. With just a few words, Carrie not only extricated Bella from the ambiguous situation but also made Christopher look like a heartless villain.
"Justin, your sister is truly becoming the perfect matriarch of the Hoffman family." Ryan elbowed his good friend's shoulder, staring at his defiant and beautiful fiancee with a foolish smile. He loved her deeply.
"When you two get home, thank Carrie properly for me." Justin's eyes softened, warmth spreading through his heart.
Ryan's throat bobbed, and his narrow eyes deepened. "I will not just thank her properly. I will love her properly too."
Justin glanced at him speechlessly, reminding him in a low voice. "You are not that young anymore. Your work is tiring. For Carrie's happiness in the second half of her life, you should take care of your health and not overindulge."
"Damn, I'm not weak at all. My body is in tip-top condition!" Ryan pouted in grievance. "Besides, my life is so dull nowadays, just work and home. I have almost forgotten what a nightclub looks like. I rely on this bit of marital fun to get by. Don't be so cruel to me, okay?"
Justin was speechless. Not letting Ryan touch his beautiful fiancee was as cruel as making a tiger be vegan.
At this moment, on the second floor of the banquet hall, Zoe gripped the railing tightly. Her eyes were burning red with anger as she looked down at Carrie. This idiot was now showing off because Ryan backed her up.
The more she showed off, the faster she would meet her end, She would not have many days left to jump around.
"To think, Carrie used to be so timid,
but now she is so sharp-tongued.
She's like a completely different, person." Jason commented, sipping his wine. His ambiguous gaze lingered on Carrie's alluring face. His gaze deepened slightly.
"Ha, what? The more you look, the more you like her." Zoe sneered mockingly at him.
"Zoe, don't be like this…" Jason wrapped his arm around her waist, slowly pulling her into his embrace.
His slightly drunken breath brushed against her cheek, and his hand roamed her exposed back. "All these years, my heart has always been with you. I have no eyes for anyone else.
How can Carrie compare to you? Zoe, you are simply perfect, and I am addicted to you."
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1756-Zoe knew exactly what Jason was referring to their time in bed. Jason was the true definition of a devoted suitor, having chased her for years.
However, as she harbored feelings for Justin, she never had any interest in a man like Jason. Eventually, circumstances led her to give up on Justin entirely, thus she settled for being with Jason.
Though Jason wanted to marry her, she only saw him as a tool to satisfy her needs. After their encounters, she would ignore him for days, sometimes even a month, without a second thought. But now, Zoe could no longer leave him hanging. This man was a crucial part of her plan, and she needed him.
"Jason, I know you are the one who loves me the most and treats me the best in this world." Zoe softly draped her arms around his neck. She pressed her barely concealed chest against his while pouting pitifully. "I'm in a tough spot. You will help me without hesitation, right?"
Aroused by her, Jason could barely hold his wine glass steady. His eyes were burning with desire to have her right then and there. “Do you even need to ask, Zoe? I am yours. I will gladly do whatever you want."
"You saw tonight how Ryan treats me, his own sister," Zoe said, her voice tinged with tears.
"Yes, I saw. It was outrageous!"
"Not just to me, but he was also so disrespectful to you… It breaks my heart."
Zoe stroked his face. "All because of Carrie. She has poisoned my relationship with my brother, making it impossible for me to have a place in the Hoffman family anymore. Jason… Help me, please? I really need you."
"Zoe, how can I help you?" Jason's breath grew heavy. "Tell me, I will do anything for you!"
Zoe asked sweetly. "Really? Anything?"
"Yes, anything!"
A flicker of malice crossed Zoe's eyes as she tiptoed to whisper in his ear.
Jason's eyes widened in shock.
On the other side, there was another tense situation unfolding. Christopher did not explain much. He simply adjusted his med glasses and smiled faintly at Carrie. en.swhovels.net Carrie's heart raced. This man before her, pale and sinister, said nothing yet made her shudder with fear.
"Christopher." Lance's stern voice rang out, and Christopher slowly turned around.
It was then that Mrs. Iverson noticed Lance standing before her. She shuddered violently as if struck by lightning, desperately burrowing into Christopher's embrace.
"Dad."
Her Alzheimer's disease had reached an advanced stage, often making it difficult for her to
recognize even her son. Yet, upon seeing Lance, all the painful O M memories Came flooding back,
overwhelming her.
"Mom, don't be scared. I'm right here." Christopher held her and patiently comforted her.
"Christopher, come on. It's time to take the family photo." James urged coldly.
"Alright." Christopher then turned to his mother, speaking gently. Mom, come and goin in the family photo."
Lance's expression grew incredibly stern.
"Hah, Christopher, are you joking?"
James no one desort nig Merson family. What right does she have to stand with our father?"
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1757-Christopher's face turned visibly cold. His sharp eyes were filled with a mix of deep anger and bloodthirst.
James had just revealed a portion of the Iverson family's scandal. Even if it meant tarnishing the entire Iverson family's reputation, he was determined to humiliate Christopher and his mother. He wanted to stir Lance's disdain toward them. He wanted to ensure that the so-called Mrs. Iverson would forever be seen as a disgraceful woman.
The crowd was in an uproar, shocked but eager to witness the spectacle. After all, who wouldn't be interested in such juicy gossip about a prominent family?
"Oh my, what does James mean by that?"
"It sounds like Mrs. Iverson might have done something to betray Chairman Iverson."
"I just remembered something!"
Someone in the crowd, who had been slow to catch on, exclaimed. "Years ago, there was a tabloid that reported Mrs. Iverson had an affair. Chairman Iverson supposedly caught her in the act and sent her abroad."
The crowd gasped. "Caught in the act?!"
"At the time, news was not as widespread as it is now. It was all in newspapers and magazines. Within twenty-four hours of the scandal breaking, all the magazines and newspapers reporting it vanished from the market. Shortly after, even the magazine that first broke the story took it down. Looking back, it must have been Chairman Iverson who felt embarrassed and took action to cover it up." "Isn't that just confirming that Mrs. Iverson really did cuckold Chairman Iverson?!"
Bella watched as Mrs. Iverson, pale and caught between terror and confusion, listened to the crowd. Her gaze gradually became conflicted. Since her father used to be close to Lance, Bella often visited the Iverson family.
She remembered Mrs. Iverson as a gentle and accommodating woman.
Although her background was not prestigious, she had married into the Iverson family when there were already three troublesome children.
It must have been incredibly difficult for Mrs. Iverson to be a stepmother. She was always kind to the Iverson children and completely devoted to Lance. Even as a child, Bella could see that Mrs. Iverson truly loved Chairman Iverson. Why would she jeopardize her happiness by having an affair?
Even as an outsider, Bella was inclined to believe Mrs. Iverson a little more. But after the scandal, Lance did not listen to Mrs. Iverson's explanations and ruthlessly expelled her and her son from the family. It showed that the Iverson family was cold-hearted from the start. The Iverson children grew up in such a loveless environment, leading them to be deceitful and treacherous with one another.
"Bella, Christopher brought his mother tonight to demand an explanation from the Iverson family," Justin whispered in her ear. "Anyone would want revenge for this kind of grievance."
Although Bella hated Christopher, she felt pity for Mrs. Iverson. She frowned and shook her head. "But Mrs.
Iverson can't handle any stress. By bringing her here to face such harshComments and stares, Christopher is only worsening her condition, possibly driving her to a mental breakdown. This is incredibly unfair to Mrs. Iverson!"
Standing next to her, Carrie was shocked but agreed with her sister-in-law, nodding. "Bella, Mrs. Iverson looks so distressed. If it were my mother, all I would wish for is her health and happiness."
"Honey, you're too kind." Ryan gently pinched his wife's cheek before pulling her into his arms. "But remember, not everyone in this world has a conscience. Take that guy with glasses, for instance. He looks proper, but he's a nasty piece of work, rotten to the core, know you stepped up tonight to defend your sister-in-law, but remember not to have any dealings with that guy, okay?"
Carrie's eyelashes fluttered as she quickly nodded. "Mm… I understand."
"Good girl." Ryan planted a heated kiss on her smooth forehead. Yet, his dark eyes revealed his deep congern.
Thinking about Christopher's strange Idok toward Carrie earlier, he felt a shiver of unease. "Chris! Chris! I want to go home… I don't want to stay here… Let's go home, okay?" Mrs.
Iverson clung to Christopher's waist, pleading like a child.
"Mom, just wait a little longer. We'll go home after taking the family photo."
"Family photo? Are you joking, Christopher?" James sneered, glaring at Mrs Iverson with disgust. "Your mother is in this condition, and you deliberately brought. her here to m embarrass her? All this to garner sympathy? No matter how you try to gain sympathy, your mother's betrayal is an indelible stain on our family's reputation. Dad initially showed mercy by suppressing the scandal out of consideration for their marriage. But you brought her here today to embarrass our father, didn't you?!"
Christopher gently comforted her, hands on her shoulders.
The crowd was shocked again.
"James, stop!" Lance's face was ashen, and his gaze was icy as he stared at Christopher. "Christopher, take her away immediately!"
"No." Christopher's expression was icy.
Lance's anger surged. He gritted his teeth and said sternly, "Christopher!"
"James, do you dare swear?"
Christopher's dark eyes locked onto James's triumphant face. Do you dare swear that you had no part in my mother's so-called affair, which led to our father catching her in the act at a hotel?"
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1758-James finally realized that Christopher intended to settle old scores today.
Everyone's astonished gazes turned to his stiff face, including Lance's.
"What nonsense are you spouting, Christopher?" James was accustomed to dealing with deceitful people, and he was not about to be intimidated by Christopher's insinuations. He gritted his teeth and sneered. "Your mother was promiscuous and unfaithful. What does that have to do with me?"
"I'll ask you one more time. Do you dare to swear that my mother's situation had nothing to do with you?"
"Pfft, why should I swear to you? Do you think you're worthy?" James refused to fall into the trap.
Christopher's pale lips curled slightly, his eyes holding a deadly, black storm.
"James, haven't you always wanted to take back the CEO position from me?
Let's make a bet. If you dare to swear that my mother's situation had nothing to do with you, I'll give up the CEO position to you."
The crowd was shocked. Bella and Justin were equally stunned, watching Christopher with wide eyes. For Christopher, the CEO position of the Iverson Corporation was his most prized possession. It was everything he had meticulously schemed for. His willingness to stake it showed just how prepared he was for this confrontation.
"There's nothing to give up. That position was mine to begin with!" James was enraged by Christopher's arrogance, grinding his teeth in hatred. "You took it from me through underhanded means, so don't act all righteous!"
"Fine, I'll return it to you. Not only that, I'll leave Iverson Group and return to Sentania." Christopher's eyes gleamed red. "Do you dare to agree?"
This was a desperate gamble!
Bella's red lips pressed into a thin line, and her gaze on Christopher filled with complex emotions. In this matter concerning his mother, Christopher had shown a final shred of conscience. In order to seek justice for his mother, Christopher was willing to relinquish everything he had painstakingly earned. This proved that the injustices his mother suffered were his deepest wounds.
It was James's schemes, Lance's suspicion, and their ruthless abandonment that twisted a once-normal boy into someone dark and ruthless. In a sense, it was James who planted the seeds of disaster. If Mrs. Iverson had not been framed and had been allowed to stay and raise her son, perhaps Christopher would not have become the terrifying person he is today. But time could not be reversed. The atmosphere in the room was tense and silent, with everyone holding their breath as they watched the confrontation. Trembling in her son's arms, Mrs. Iverson was unaware of the storm brewing. James's teeth ground together audibly, but his mind was racing. This wild card's bet was truly high, akin to going all-in.
The matter was so old, and the evidence was long lost. He smirked darkly.
"Christopher, everyone's watching. Don't you dare renege on this."
"But if my mother's situation involves you, James, I want you to kneel before her and apologize publicly. You'll also hold a press conference to expose all the traps and schemes you set against her to restore her reputation." Christopher's voice was filled with menace. "Surely, the eldest young master of the Iverson family wouldn't be so cowardly, right?"
"I'll agree to your terms, but you won't get what you want. Because I didn't do it."
James smiled maliciously.
Lance's face turned red and white yel.ne with fury. Compared to finding out the truth about his wife's betrayal, he was more concerned that Christopher had brought this scandal to light, airing the family's dirty laundry in public!
James was not even trying to cover it up. Instead, he was escalating it. Was his brain malfunctioning?
Christopher's dark eyes held a trace of malicious amusement as he rasped.
"Bring him in!"
The next moment, the banquet hall doors creaked open. Taylor led the way, followed by two men in black, dragging a scruffy, downtrodden middle-aged man before everyone. The man shivered uncontrollably, frequently sniffling as if he were cold.
"He's a drug addict." Ryan observed, recognizing the signs immediately.
"Aah… Aah… Aah!" At that moment, Mrs. Iverson's eyes widened in terror, and she screamed hysterically!
All the guests were startled.
Christopher immediately embraced his mother, shielding her face with his body while soothing her trembling back.
He glanced at James with a meaningful look.
"James, do you remember him?"
James' brows knitted together as he stared at the man kneeling on the floor in shock.
"Introduce yourself," Christopher commanded, his voice icy.
The man shuddered violently, sniffed again, and stammered. “I… I'm Colin Sutton. I used to be Chairman Iverson's personal bodyguard."
Upon hearing this name, James' eyes widened in shock, his mind blanking out. This was the body guard he had li bed years ago to play the "lover' of the scandal.
James did not recognize him at first because the man had deteriorated so much in the past few years and was now a shell of his former self.
"My personal bodyguard? I've never seen you before," Lance said, perplexed.
"I worked for you… Fifteen years ago,"
Colin replied, trembling. He looked at Christopher with fear. When his yes landed di James' ashen face, anger and regret filled his gaze. James quickly averted his eyes, avoiding the man's accusatory stare.
"James, you really forget people easily, even those who helped you in your schemes." Christopher sneered cbldy. "He helped you once, and you repay him with such ingratitude. How heartless."
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1759-n an instant, James became the target of everyone's gaze.
Mrs. Iverson stared at Colin's face, trembling and cowering in Christopher's arms. Her muddled eyes were bloodshot, and her whole body shook violently, teetering on the edge of collapse.
Even though Sophie was mostly in a state of mental confusion, the sight of the man who had brought her great humiliation all those years ago triggered a deep-seated resentment within her. Bella felt a pang of sympathy for Sophie. No matter how many wrongs Christopher had committed, his mother was innocent.
However, Bella was in no position to offer the poor woman any comfort. She would not give Christopher any chances.
Still unclear about the situation, Lance looked at Christopher in surprise.
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"James, do you want to explain what you did back then to Dad, or should I do it for you?" Christopher's icy gaze locked onto James.
"Christopher, your act is getting more and more elaborate." James' heart pounded like a drum, but he maintained a disdainful facade, determined to hold his ground. "I don't know this person. This happened fifteen years ago, and even Dad doesn't remember him. You've dragged in some shabby actor claiming to be Dad's bodyguard. Faking evidence requires at least some semblance of credibility." "Fifteen years ago?" Christopher smirked, his eyes full of mockery. "I haven't even mentioned what happened, and you already know it was fifteen years ago. It seems you're very well-informed." James' heart tightened. He didn't want to argue any longer and yelled through gritted teeth, "Guards! Get this nobody out of here!"
Just as the Iverson family's bodyguards stepped forward to handle the situation, Colin suddenly lunged at James, screaming hysterically. "James! It's all your fault that I'm in this state! You made me approach and seduce Mrs. Iverson, but she resisted. So you found two thugs and had her drugged. You even kidnapped her to a hotel and forced me to fake having slept with her just to take those compromising photos to send to Chairman Iverson!"
His explosive revelations stunned everyone.
Lance felt his mind explode, his vision darkening. The scandal that had haunted him all these years came crashing back like a tidal wave.
"Stop… Stop talking!" Mrs. Iverson let out a piercing scream as she clutched her head in agony.
"You're spouting nonsense!" James' noble facade shattered, and his eyes were red with rage. "How much did Christopher pay you to slander me like this?"
Sweating profusely, James turned to Lance and pleaded desperately, "Dad!
Christopher is framing me! Astrid and Charles' current plight might be his doing, and now he's targeting me! Don't believe this despicable liar's words!"
The sight of the dignified eldest son of the Iverson family publicly accusing his brother in front of their father was somewhat laughable.
"If not for Mr. Christopher saving my life, I'd have been killed abroad long ago!"
Colin, restrained by the guards, seemed ready to tear out James' throat with his teeth. "You sent me abroad to keep me from exposing your scheme against Mrs. Iverson. You had me monitored and forced me into drug addiction to control me forever! It was only in the past six months that I finally had a chance to escape your grasp."
Colin had made his way to Sentania and ended up in one of Christopher's casinos, where he was discovered and detained as a crucial witness. It seemed fate had finally intervened.
The entire venue erupted in chaos!
Meanwhile, Christopher live-streamed everything happening inside the Iverson mansion's grand hall, broadcasting it to all the journalists present. Cameras and phones captured every moment, and the footage was uploaded to the internet in real time.
In no time, the internet exploded with activity. Videos of the incident were shared and for warded, quickly amassing millions of views in a short span of time. The platform.
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Bella lowered her eyelashes, her fingertips brushing over her phone screen as she swiftly scanned through the comments. This was Christopher-ruthless and unscrupulous in achieving his goals. Even his own mother was not spared. He knew this would severely impact her mental state, yet he still exploited her.
"You're spouting nonsense! Christopher must have coached you!" James panted heavily and glared with bloodshot eyes like an enraged bull. He shakily pulled out his phone. "How dare you slander me publicly? I'll call the police and have you jailed for life!"
"Go ahead. Call them! I've had enough of these inhuman days anyway!"
Tormented physically and mentally for years, Colin broke down emotionally and vented his fury without restraint. "The two thugs who took your bribe back then, are they still alive? With Mr. Christopher's capabilities, it'll be a matter of time before he finds them, and they'll testify that you framed Mrs. Iverson!"
The crowd's eyes were filled with suspicion and disbelief as they looked at James.
"James is Lance's eldest son and enjoys all the privileges. Why would he need to target a weak woman?" Ryan poked the handsome and stern Justin beside her, puzzled. "Justin, I don't understand. Isn't this overkill? Why create trouble for himself?"
"Besides James himself, who do you think is the most capable among the Iverson siblings? Who has the most potential?" Justin responded with a question.
Ryan rubbed her chin thoughtfully. "That would still be Christopher. The other two are practically brain-dead. They pose no competition."
"If you can see that, do you think James can't?" Justin cast a sidelong glance at him.
"Suppressing Mrs. Iverson meant suppressing Christopher. Although risky, this move had a high chance. of success. If successful, Lance would utterly despise Mrs. Iverson, and her son would become a thorn in his side and never be favored again. Thus, James could secure his position in the Iverson family avore without worry."
Ryan realized the reasoning and then raised an eyebrow. "Ouch… Justin, did you just insult me?"
Justin's lip was pressed into a cold line as he sent a message to lan, ignoring Ryan's teasing.
At this moment, Christopher pulled a clean handkerchief from his suit pocket gently wiping his mother's tears as he spoke softly, "Actually, there's no need for such trouble. I have another witness right here."
Taylor stepped forward, sneering, and played a recording on her phone.
"Back then… James was the person who set up Sophie!"
It was Astrid's voice, and Sophie was Mrs. Iverson.
Lance's eyes widened, with red veins spreading across his eyes. His gaze was full of complex)erfotions fixated oñdames"
pale, rigid gaze. Astrid's confession continued, clearly talking to Christopher.
"The three of us hated you and your mother. We believed your existence would divide our father's affection.
Your mother would divide the family wealth and business. That's why despised you and your mother That's why we bullied and suppressed you at every turn. But Charles and I were too young to do more than give you trouble. Unlike James… He was bold, insidious, and ruthless enough to harm your mother."
The atmosphere was electric with tension. The truth expoged the M deep-seated hatred and schemes thát ran within the Iverson family.
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